noun
la gioia
joy
Sentimento di grande felicità e piacere che si prova quando accade qualcosa di bello.
Definition & meaning
Gioia means joy, delight, or happiness. It can describe a feeling of great pleasure or something that brings happiness.
It is also used as an affectionate form of address, like “darling.”
Grammar & Word origin
Gioia is a feminine noun: la gioia, plural le gioie. It comes from Old French joie, ultimately from Latin gaudium, meaning “joy.”
Synonyms & antonyms
- felicità — happiness, often a more lasting state than a moment of joy.
- allegria — cheerfulness or merriment, often expressed outwardly.
- tristezza — sadness, the opposite of joy.
- dolore — pain or sorrow, a stronger sense of suffering.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
La gioia dei bambini era grande.noun
The joy of the children was great.
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